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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSRECIRCULATING VALVE FOR TURBOCHARGER, CHECKINGWITH GENERIC SCAN TOOL
2003 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP)
With Generic Scan Tool
2003 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP)SECTION With Generic Scan Tool
Recirculating Valve For Turbocharger, Checking
NOTE: Valve opens between connection to intake manifold and connection to deceleration shut-off valve with no voltage Connection to vacuum reservoir is closed.
Test sequence
- Switch ignition off.
- Disconnect connector from recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249-.
- Measure resistance between terminals of valve.
Specified value: 25 to 35 Ohms
If specified value is not obtained:
- Replace recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249-.
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data. Diagnostic Mode 4: Reset/Erase Diagnostic Data
- Generate readiness code. Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes
If specified values are obtained:
- Connect test box to control module wiring harness. Test Box, Connecting For Wiring Test
- Check wire between test box socket 105 + 2-pin connector terminal 2 for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 Ohms
- Check wire for short circuit to B+ and Ground (GND).
If no malfunctions are found in wire:
- Check wire between 2-pin connector terminal 1 and the Fuel Pump (FP) Relay -J17- for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 Ohms
If no malfunctions are found in wires:
- Replace Engine Control Module (ECM).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.